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Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Man, time fly's ... Thanksgiving has come and gone and christmas music is filling the airwaves.
It's about that time again- Hello Holidays.

I apologize for my absence over the last few weeks. But I have been busy creating some new Mini too shea-mless jewels perfect for snatching up as sparkly gifts!

Below is a whole new slew of them on display and for sale at Smith in Southampton:
28 Nugent Street
Southampton, NY 11968
(631)-283-1510

And today I finished a whole new batch of these delectable little guys.

Here's a preview:

AND NOW....

for my newest Creations:

"Simplistic Solitaires": Stunning, yet Simple. These are a new take on the "too shea" show stopper accessories. Each feature one, (yes that's right ONE, i know its unheard of in the land of too shea-mless) authentic Swarovski Element, they aren't dainty but they could be called elegant.

Ranging from Topaz & Chrysolite, to Aquamarine & Jet Black.

Stones are 35mm to 40mm.

Just in time for Festive Attire and Frenzied Holiday Shopping.

All of the above will be posted for sale on the website, etsy or at local retailers.

Will keep you posted. :)

Hope you enjoy.

Oh and one last thing... Today November 30th, 2010 marks my one year anniversary of pursing the magical endeavor that is "too shea" full time.

Thursday, November 11, 2010

As I reach this crossroads of creating and selling- I find myself at the mercy of etsy. What a great tool, but how to make it work? update and update and promote and promote or something like that. I haven't quite figured the formula out just yet.

But when it comes to the world of "one of a kinds" things seem to be just a bit more tricky. Factories, man they have it down- low cost, high production- big profit. I am the opposite... but the result is something different, personal, exclusive, and therefore should be desired, at least for some of us?

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

It's already the second of November how nuts is that!! I have been keeping quiet recovering from Halloween, and organizing my thoughts about my "itch" (see last post).

Well, I'm back and its freezing, OK not literally freezing but 45 Degrees is chilly, come on.
Today besides heading out to vote... thats right it's election day get out there and use your voice by heading to the polls! I am anxiously awaiting for some supplies I ordered last week, thats right new "too shea" jewels are coming. I don't know why but for the last month I have sort of taken a break from creating in that way. I think it had something to do with working with my faux finishing boss, and painting my stripes on my wall, and of course wedding plans. ( yes, I am getting hitched- next September which is WILD)

Now I am ready to roll! SO new merchandise is on the way...
Ok and as promised I am including some pictures of my Halloween costume. This year was all about recycling- too shea is a fan of reusing on all levels when it comes to vintage beads, reclaimed rhinestones or yes even Halloween costumes!

This first picture is the original costume from 1992, told you my parents were creative.

Thats right I am a feline from the broadway phenomenon CATS.

And here is present day 2010. All the fur you se except the neck stole are the pieces from the original costume, including the head piece which I updated with some white. Evidently my head has not grown. :)

And lastly a close up of the make up which can make or break the look. After 4 trials I think I was close to nailing it. But my face is not in pristine condition after this. Hope you enjoy.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

I awoke at 6:40 this morning, I know thats probably not note worthy news for many if you- but it's super early for me. I could not sleep, my mind was racing. You know when that happens? And you just can't quiet it? So, I got up and here I am. Why do you ask am I writing here about this... well the thoughts were exclusively "too shea".

I feel like something needs to happen, to change. In other words moves need to be made. What those moves are I haven't figured out just yet, although I have quite a few ideas. To keep things interesting they of course are all over the map as far as direction is concerned- but hey what else is new? Too many things we all want to accomplish and not enough time, or is it "not enough capital"- in my case I would have to agree with the latter, at least for now. Because at this moment I find myself with what I deem to be a very rare dilemma- I have time, an abundance of it actually. I am well aware of the reality of my situation which is this time will run out and the inevitable will occur- I will have to fin d a full time job.

For those of you who don't know I have been working independently for almost a year now, half ass promoting too shea, painting murals here and there, faux finishing too. Just trying to make ends meet. And I guess where I am at now is I am ready to make a leap, it's just about which way to jump. I believe this "itch" has been building for some time, now it is here and I am ready to face it and decide.

Part of me thinks this new blogging endeavor has spurred this sudden flare of motivation, which is something I had not considered when I activated it just yesterday?!

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Hello All, I thought it was time that "too shea" went blogging! Seems like it could be a good time. What better way to start than with a festive Halloween post.

You see... I am a Halloween lover. I blame my creative parents who from my first year were making my costumes by hand. The outcome is this- I carve pumpkins for fun in my spare time, I do trial make up runs before the big day... and lastly and probably most irritating I peer pressure everyone around me into costumes and try to rally up Halloween cheer. Yup thats the sad truth and I love every minute of it.

Above you'll see my newest creation in the pumpkin world. In the next few days I will post this years costume... you lucky ducks :)